How To Fix /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE057 - Report &1 can only be run in background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Report &1 can only be run in background

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE057 - Report &1 can only be run in background ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE057 Report &1 can only be run in background typically indicates that the report you are trying to execute is designed to run only in the background rather than in the foreground. This is a common restriction for certain reports that may require significant processing time or resources, making them unsuitable for interactive execution.
  Cause:
  
  Report Design: The report has been specifically designed to run in the background due to its complexity or the volume of data it processes.
  System Performance: Running such reports in the foreground could lead to performance issues, both for the user and the system.
  User Permissions: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to run the report in the foreground.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should run the report in the background. Here’s how you can do that:
  
  
  Use Transaction Code: 
  
  Go to the transaction code associated with the report (if known).
  Instead of executing it normally, look for an option to run it in the background. This is often found under the "Program" menu or as a button labeled "Execute in Background" or similar.
  
  
  
  Schedule the Job:
  
  You can schedule the report to run as a background job using transaction code SM37 (for monitoring jobs) or SM36 (for scheduling jobs).
  In SM36, enter the report name and set the desired parameters, then schedule it to run at a specific time or immediately.
  
  
  
  Check for Parameters: 
  
  Ensure that you provide all necessary parameters required for the report to execute successfully in the background.
  
  
  
  Monitor the Job: 
  
  After scheduling, you can monitor the job's status in SM37 to check if it completed successfully or if there were any errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Check the documentation for the specific report to understand its requirements and any specific parameters that need to be set.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions related to the report.
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to execute background jobs.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the report is critical for your operations, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.